Outer History of Astronomy

Author: Jiang Xiaoyuan
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Publish Date: 1999-09-01
Features: A History of Astronomy Beyond the Heavens explores the reasons why ancient Chinese people needed and engaged in astronomy, studies ancient celestial phenomena and astronomical texts, analyzes the cosmology of ancient Chinese people, and provides an in-depth discussion on the original nature, functions, and differences between ancient Chinese "astronomy" and what is commonly referred to today as "astronomy," which is modern Western astronomy. It offers further new explorations on many issues, presenting many bold yet well-supported arguments, including challenges to the views of many authorities.